Jaipur, also known as the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan, India. Jaipur is the first planned city of India, located in the semi-desert lands of Rajasthan. The very structure of Jaipur resembles the taste of the Rajputs and the Royal families. The city was planned according to Indian Vastu Shastra (Vedic Planning for the comfort and prosperity of the citizens). The directions of each street and market are East to West and North to South. a great place to wander around. It is a major attraction for the first-time visitor. Jaipur is surrounded on all sides by rugged hills, crowned with forts & enclosed by embattled walls. The city also offers an endless variety of crafts. Tourism is a significant part of Jaipur's economy. Some of the world's best hotels are located here.
Forts & Monuments
Hawa Mahal
Amber Fort
Jaigarh Fort
Nahargarh Fort
City Palace
Jantar Mantar
Jal Mahal
Rambagh Palace
Chandra Mahal, The City Palace, Jaipur
Diwan-e-Aam, City Palace
Central Museum, (Albert Hall Museum)
Temples
Birla Temple also known as Lakshmi Narayan Mandir
Govind Dev Ji temple
Moti Doongri Temple
Galtaji
Swaminarayan Mandir
Jain Temple
Panchayati Hall devoted to Temples of Goddess Durga and Lord Shiva
Gardens
Ram Niwas Garden
Zoological Garden
Sisodia Rani Palace and Garden
Vidyadhar Garden
Central Park (Entrance near Statue Circle)
Smriti Van
Kanak Vrindavan
Others
Chand Baori (Stepwell)
Chokhi Dhani
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